Discover how a port city has endured a three and half years old history! Witness the cultural growth within the city and be a part of the dream called ‘Mumbai’. Join this 3 hours walking tour and experience how a small port city has successfully become one of the most developed cities in the world.

The walking trail begins with your arrival at Ferry terminal/Green Gate/Indira Gate or Ballard Estate at 9am or 3pm. Walk through northern part of Mumbai and discover its flamboyant essence and tryst with history. Explore the old 'Fort' and get acquainted with the region that had the first signs of human settlements.

Maneuvering through the rustic lanes, visit the European Renaissance styled Ballard Estate which reminds about the Victorian London. Hereafter, head towards the Asiatic Society Library of Mumbai and the Horniman Circle Garden. Enjoy the scenic settings of these localities and catch the glimmpses of Flora Fountain that resembles London'd Piccadilly Circus.

Towards the end of the trail, make it to the 275 years old dockyard of Indian Navy and witness its authenticity. Here onwards, take a walk to the Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Hotel and conclude the walking tour on a delightful note.

This is Mumbai as you have never seen it before: calm and peaceful. While the rest of the city is only just beginning to wake up, we take advantage of the empty streets and cool air to explore South Mumbai by cycle. The tour starts at 6 AM and as you wind our way through the back lanes, we’ll visit must-see Mumbai sights like the Gateway of India and CST Station as well as some hidden gems like Sassoon Dock and Bombay Panjrapole (cow sanctuary). At the end of the tour, you’ll stop for a well-deserved South Indian breakfast of dosa, idli, upma, and much more.

Safety is the number one priority on this trip, and hence Bicycle helmets are available on request and a second guide cycles at the back of the group.

Mumbai's wide streets and narrow lanes are alive with activity. In front of colonial buildings, alongside temples, and everywhere in between, vendors shout from carts selling everything from colourful birds and flowers to traditional Indian clothes and food. We'll guide you through the chaos and introduce you to Mumbai's must-see markets such as Crawford Market and Mangaldas Market as well as some lesser known ones such as Flower Alley. Along the way we’ll also visit some of the oldest lanes in Mumbai and their most famous temples.

The tour begins from Regal Cinema at around 03:30 PM and ends at 5:30 PM at Charni Road Train Station

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About the Activity:

Known to many as 'one of the largest slums in Asia', we prefer to think of Dharavi as Mumbai’s beating heart. It houses about one million of Mumbai’s inhabitants and its industries have an annual turnover of approximately US$ 665 million. Through this walking tour, visitors experience a wide range of these business activities: recycling, pottery-making, embroidery, bakery, soap factory, leather tanning, poppadom-making and many more. You’ll also visit the residential areas of Dharavi. People from all over India have come to live in Dharavi, making it a microcosm of India. This diversity is apparent in the temples, mosques, churches and pagodas that stand side by side.Discover a side of Dharavi beyond its ignominious distinction of being known as the largest slum in Asia.

This tour takes approximately 2.5 hours to cover Dharavi and its neighboring points of interest. It starts from Churchgate Station and concludes at Dharavi. There are two starting time slots of 9:15 am & 1:30 pm that you can choose from

he ‘ locals – Aam Janta - common man ‘ travels through Mumbai by the ‘locals’ – a common name for the suburban, commuter trains, which are the Lifeline of this Commercial Capital. Of course, you will also use the other lifelines – the taxi-cabs, the buses BEST- an apt acronym for the’ best’ bus service in India !

You will get a chance to rub shoulders with the Mumbaikars. We will avoid the ‘Super crush density’ – Passenger load in the public transport.We use the train during the off peak hours so the train is not crowded. We will have maximum three customers/ guest with one guide to assure safety and personal touch.

Mumbai, the city of dreams, has plenitude to offer its visitors. Be it the
most glittering industry of the country, one of the largest slums or dhobi
ghats in the world, this city takes the pride of being the home to all!

In addition to all the offerings, this city has to offer, the ‘Dabbawala’
or the lunchbox carriers are the most amazing ones.

These people, without a fail, transport lunchbox to every nook and
corner of the city. Whether it’s raining, thundering or the scorching sun, they
accomplish their task without any mistake.

Within Mumbai slum tour with Dhobi Ghat and dabba wala, you will get to
witness all these, interact with the people who connect Mumbai like no one
else can.

Get picked-up from the hotel at around 09:30AM; the transporting vehicles
will be decided according to the number of members in the group.

From the hotel, you will be driven towards the Mahim Station, from where a
simple walking tour of around 2 hours will offer you the glimpses of life in
the locality.

The 13th Compound of Dharavi, one of the commercial hubs of Mumbai, is the
epicentre of plastic and metal recycling. Witness the rustling machineries
melting and moulding plastics and metals into different shapes.

From a small button to the playful toys, these machines produce everything.
While witnessing all these processes, the delicious aroma and flavour from the
local bakeries and sweet shops will keep you captivated with their delicacies.

Other offerings to feast your eyes while in Dharavi locality include the
incense stick and soap makers, the packed cyber-cafes, non-stop tailors busy in
producing various commodities and the lively locals who waves at every
passer-by.

After Mahim, it will be the time to visit the potter’s clan in Kumbha Wada.
Inhabited by the potters from Gujarat, it is in this locality, you will find
how these potters incite life to the clays and shape up magnificent artefacts.

While in here, you can also interact with these clay artists and know more
about their art and culture before you head towards Dhobighat!

In Dhobighat, you can witness how the laundrymen washes, dyes, dries up and
irons the clothes on a daily basis. It is said that 6 out 10 locals in Mumbai
wears clothes that are washed in this ghat.

While touring around this jovial vicinity, you can also have a glimpse of
the synchronised life of the dhobis and their dedication towards their work.

Post this, be prepared to witness one of the most amazing experiences in
Mumbai. As you get introduced with the Dabbawala (lunchbox carriers), you will
have a clear picture of how these people delivers the freshly prepared foods
from home to different corners of the city.

With no proper technology or gadget, these delivery guys, regardless of the
season and time, does their work wholeheartedly without a fail. It is their
hard work, zeal for perfection and pure dedication that has compelled the
Harvard University to do a research on them!

Once done with the Dabbawalas, you will be driven back to the hotel. And
with you drop, this amazing local experience of Mumbai will come to an end.

Depending on your convenience, you can either join this wonderful half day Bollywood tour in the morning; at around 10:00AM, or by afternoon; at around 02:00PM.

After getting picked-up from the hotel, drive to one of the nearby shooting spots, where you can witness live shooting of many different upcoming Bollywood flicks.

Be it the stars practicing their dialogues or the director discussing scenes with them, the crew members preparing for a shot or the technicians preparing the sets, you can spot all of them.

Post the shooting spot, you will be taken towards the dance hall, where you can enjoy live dance performances of the professionals. Up on arriving at the hall, get refreshed with a welcome drink and get escorted to an air-conditioned hall. On the way to the hall, you can gaze your eyes on posters of some of the legends of the Hindi Film Industry. Once in the hall, make yourself comfortable and enjoy 3-4 live dance shows.

After the dance shows are over, it will be the time to visit the abodes of your favourite Bollywood stars!

Post lunch activities include visit to the animation, VFX and sound mixing studios. In addition to these, you can also witness how the choreographers make the actors and the crew member do the dance steps, the stunt actors practicing their stunts and lot more. You can also chose to go for any of the latest Bollywood flick in a nearby theatre.

With the completion of your visit or the movie, you will be driven back to your hotel or the pick-up destination.

Dharavi and Mahim in the heartland of Mumbai, comprises of Asia’s largest
slum dwellings. While the very first thought of going on Mumbai
slum tour might conjure images of poverty, unhygienic living
standards, and a sizeable amount of unhappy faces, this Dharavi slum tour will
offer you the better side of these areas and life around there.

Walking down the narrow alleys of India’s largest slum areas proves to be
quite an adventure. Observe people from different parts of India live and make
a living in absolute harmony.

The sense of community and pride in self-sustenance is evident through the
innumerable small scale industries that thrive in the area.

Catch residents make papadoms, weaving baskets, embroidery, making
soaps and many more unbelievable professional deliverables that throw a
pleasant surprise at every outsider.

Your Mumbai slum tour begins at the Mahim Railway Station. From here head
straight to the plastic and metal recycling yard of 13th Compound.

Get abreast with the amazing small sized industry melting and moulding
plastic toys and manufacturing buttons for popular brand Barbie Dolls of India.

Walk through narrow lanes and by-lanes taking in the wafting aromas from
local bakeries and sweet shops. Exotic smells from soap and cosmetic making units
are bound to make some heads turn.

Dime sized cyber cafes, locals brushing past, mass-producing tailor shops
all make up for an exciting trip. Friendly locals and enthusiastic tiny tots
waving from their roof tops and balconies simply add in a touch of regular life
being lived here.

Continue on the show and tell tour listening to stories from your guide as
you arrive at Kumbharvada, in Dharavi. Known to be the face of India’s largest
slum dwelling, Dharavi is now iconic for its appearance in the Oscar winning
Slum Dog Millionaire.

Visit Kumbharwada, an area occupied by traditional potters hailing from
Gujarat. This large settlement set up in 1930s is a testimony of communal clay
pits and kilns that have stood the test of time and witnessed hardships.

In tandem with Brazil’s Favela, Dharavi and Mahim will leave a mark in your
hearts and minds.

After this stop, you’ll be dropped to your location. This Mumbai slum tour
with Dhobi Ghat and dabba wala would be completed within 6+ hours.

Get a glimpse of life on the Southern side of this mesmerizing island city over half a day through half day Mumbai tour.

At around 10:00 AM, a tour guide will pick you up from your hotel/any other location on a private vehicle. Head to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.

Overflowing with people, this Gothic structure is modeled on the lines of the St Pancreas Station in London. For the art lover, its carved stone friezes, stained glass windows and flying buttresses are worth marveling over. A pride of the city, the top of the central dome stands the triumphant figure of Progress.

Move on to Flora Fountain, yet another cherished Raj era architectural beauty standing at a busy five-point intersection in the heart of the commercial Fort area. Depicting Roman Water Goddess Flora, the piece is a pleasing white structure with a fusion of water, architecture, and sculpture.

Drive to Mumbai's most famous monument Gateway of India and experience the business district of Nariman Point where Mumbai’s populous strives to maintain its position of being India’s Commercial Capital. From here drive on the beautiful, well laid out boulevard of Marine Drive, the most visible and oft highlighted landmark of Mumbai.

Arrive at Hanging Gardens on Malabar Hills from Marine Drive. Perched atop just the Kamala Nehru Park, these terraced gardens offer a fascinating view of the island megapolis with the expanse of the Arabian Sea. Also known as Pherozeshah Mehta Garden, this vast green cover is built on a water reservoir and is chockfull with green bushes, trees and animal-shaped topiaries. Make sure not to miss the Old Woman’s Shoe or Boot House, a stone structure, which is extremely popular with children.

Stop over at Mani Bhavan, a poignant two-storied residence of Mahatma Gandhi on his visits to Bombay.

Arrive at Prince of Wales Museum [Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sanghralaya], counted among the best and most well maintained museums in Mumbai boasts of a huge collection of artifacts from across India and the world.

Last halt on this half a day tour puts you face-to-face with Mumbai’s most unique feature ! The 140 year old open to air Laundromat, Dhobi Ghat.

From a port city, Mumbai has transformed itself as a destination with
flourishing markets, big business houses and many different communities.

It is a reflection of a cosmopolitan upswing combined with a trendy
atmosphere rarely seen elsewhere. It formidably stands as an innovative face of
the ever-changing India.

Your exploration of this awe-inspiring location will never seize to amaze
you! From beautiful architectural wonders to the world’s most expensive home,
from a local food stall to fine dines, from the streets to the high streets;
all your wishes will be fulfilled in this city!

This 8 hours Mumbai day tour activity will give you an exclusive
opportunity to closely experience the real Mumbai and its magnanimous
lifestyle. The fun and excitement begins at around 10:00AM with your pick-up
from the hotel.

The first destination to visit within this delightful tour will be the
Victoria Terminus or the V.T Station. A testimony to the colonial era of
Mumbai, this Gothic architecture reflects the aura and essence of a bygone era.

Post this, you will be visiting the Flora Fountain followed by the Gateway
of India. Situated at the heart of the Fort area, this historic fountain was
erected in the memory of Sir Henry Bartle Edward Frere, the then Governor of
Mumbai.

On the other hand, the Gateway of India was built to honour the arrival of
King George V and Queen Mary’s arrival in India. Both these structures are now
considered as major landmarks of the city.

Along with a glance at the history, you will also witness the commercial
aspect of Mumbai with a visit to the Nariman Point.

Located at the southern end of Marine Drive, your next destination and one
of the most dazzling points in the city, Nariman Point got its name from
Khurshee Framji Narimana, a Parsi pioneer who dreamt of retrieving land from
the sea.

Marine Drive in Mumbai is a cult among the visitors as well as the locals
of Mumbai. While visiting this 3km coastline, gaze onto the multi-million
dollar buildings, striking esplanade and other striking monuments; but the most
amazing feature of Marine Drive is the jolly crowd!

Hanging Garden, Mani Bhavan, Prince of Wales Mueum, Haji Ali Dargah, Dhobi
Ghat, Juhu Beach, Mount Mary Church and Mahalaxmi Temple will also be visited
after Marine Drive. All these places have their own rustic charm, and cannot be
missed during any of the Mumbai tours.

With the completion of all the places, you will be dropped back at your
hotel; with this, this exciting Mumbai sightseeing tour will come to an
end.